tech neck
التعريفات والمعاني
== English ==
=== Etymology ===
From tech (“the use of electronic devices”) + neck (“physical strain in the neck due to poor posture”).
=== Pronunciation ===
IPA(key): /ˈtɛknɛk/
Rhymes: -ɛk
=== Noun ===
tech neck (countable and uncountable, plural tech necks)
(informal, medicine) Neck pain, stiffness, and discomfort resulting from poor posture while using electronic devices (e.g. smartphones, tablets, and computers).
Synonyms: screen neck, text neck
(informal, medicine) A person experiencing such neck pain from digital device use.
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